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Mission Concept Engineer

The role involves defining and developing advanced space mission concepts by translating customer needs into technically sound and commercially viable solutions. You will lead mission proposals, conduct technical analyses such as orbital and power budgeting, and collaborate with engineering and project teams to build end-to-end mission architectures. The position requires strong analytical and systems engineering skills, with a focus on innovation in satellite missions for commercial and institutional clients.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

Senior React Fronted Developer (Data)

Design and build React-based interfaces for a geospatial data platform, transforming complex satellite data into intuitive, high-performance visualisations. Collaborate with data and backend engineers to integrate APIs and optimise front-end performance for large-scale datasets. Lead front-end architecture and mentor team members in best practices for scalable, maintainable UIs.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Field Service Engineer, Medical Diagnostic Systems

Field Service Engineer, Medical Diagnostic SystemsOverall Earnings £60,000+Basic Salary Up To £52,000OvertimeOn Call Allowance 10% BonusCompany Car (Electric Or Hybrid)PensionHealthcareLife InsurancePhone, LaptopHolidays** The role will involve working one weekend in four (during this week you will receive two alternative days...

TRS Consulting Taunton, TA1 1HP, United Kingdom

Site Reliability Engineer (DataCosmos)

This role involves ensuring the reliability, scalability, and performance of Open Cosmos's DataCosmos geospatial data platform and processing pipelines. The engineer will monitor systems end-to-end, respond to incidents, improve CI/CD pipelines, and collaborate with engineering teams to build resilient systems. Automation and operational efficiency are key focus areas, with work supporting real-world applications of satellite data.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Image Production Engineer

The role involves owning and optimizing the end-to-end satellite imagery processing pipeline, from data acquisition to delivery. The engineer will ensure high-quality, reliable outputs by troubleshooting systems, improving production code in Python, and implementing robust monitoring and validation. Close collaboration with engineering and SRE teams is required to maintain scalability and performance in a mission-driven space technology environment.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Customer Support Specialist (DataCosmos)

Provide first-line technical support for a geospatial data platform, onboarding users, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with engineering teams to improve customer experience. Focus on enabling global customers to effectively use satellite data and imagery products.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Data Software Engineer

Design and build scalable data pipelines to transform raw Earth Observation data into high-quality, actionable insights. Work with satellite data, geospatial platforms, and productionise scientific code within a mission-driven space technology environment. Focus on reliability, data standards, and integration of new data types and processing techniques.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom
Remote Permanent

Mechanical Engineer

This role involves leading mechanical design for satellites, subsystems, and ground support equipment, using 3D CAD tools to produce precise models and drawings. The engineer will apply GD&T standards, support assembly and testing in cleanroom environments, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver flight-ready hardware. Work spans from design through to integration and testing within a dynamic, mission-driven space technology environment.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent Flexible

2nd Line IT Support Engineer

This role involves resolving escalated IT support issues across Windows, Linux, macOS, and mobile platforms, managing identity and access systems, and supporting infrastructure such as networks, MDM solutions, and cloud services. The engineer will troubleshoot complex technical problems, manage device lifecycles, and contribute to system upgrades and security hardening. Emphasis is placed on automation, user support, and maintaining secure, compliant IT environments in a growing space technology company.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Inventory & Logistics Coordinator (Harwell, Oxfordshire)

This role involves managing inventory and logistics operations for satellite hardware and components at Open Cosmos' Harwell facility. You'll handle goods in/out processes, maintain accurate stock records, support audits and reconciliations, and coordinate shipments of mission-critical materials. Working closely with engineering and procurement teams, the position ensures smooth material flow and traceability within a high-precision satellite integration environment.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent Clearance Required